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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic educational technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free 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 variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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