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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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