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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in nations 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. MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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