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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free 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 elearning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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