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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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