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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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