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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly 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 many subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to understand these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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