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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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