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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are usually 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 several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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