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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free for students 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 issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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