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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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