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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners 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 a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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