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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students 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 quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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