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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOC classes are commonly 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 issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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