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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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