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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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