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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically 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 several topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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