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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic educational technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free 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 many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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