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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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