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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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