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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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