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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in electronic education technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students 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 many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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