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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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