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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Denmark to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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