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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly 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 many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better grasp these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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