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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally 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 quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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