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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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