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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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