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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also explores 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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