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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are customarily 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 numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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