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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning have enabled people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students 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 numerous issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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