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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently 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 several subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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