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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always 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 numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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