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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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