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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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