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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning enable humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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