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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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