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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly 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. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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