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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive 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 quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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