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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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