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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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