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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around 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. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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