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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Togo to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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