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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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