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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. 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 online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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