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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for students 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 numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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