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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Google+ to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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