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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners 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 subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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