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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners 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 e-learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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