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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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