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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily 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 many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand these open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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