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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently 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 lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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