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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always 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 quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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