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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are usually free 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 subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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