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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally 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 several topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Liechtenstein to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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