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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in electronic educational technology enable humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always 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 e-learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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