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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in online education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally 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 numerous subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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