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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free 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 numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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