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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction 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 institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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