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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better grasp these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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