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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are typically 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 quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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