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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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