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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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