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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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