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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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