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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students 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 several issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources