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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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