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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not 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 a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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