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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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