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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free for students 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 several issues that elearning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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