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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free 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 a variety of topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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