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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners 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 quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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