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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily 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 topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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