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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes 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 massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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