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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around 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 MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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