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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are ordinarily free but do not 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 a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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