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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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