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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally 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 a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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