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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently 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 many subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this increasing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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