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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Corporations want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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