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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for students 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 subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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