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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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