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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically 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 a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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