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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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