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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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