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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are generally 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 numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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