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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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