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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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