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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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