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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free 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 subjects that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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