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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the 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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