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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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