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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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