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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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