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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always 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 quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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