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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive open courses are generally 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 many topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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