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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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