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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free 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. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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