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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources