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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always 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 quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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