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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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