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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, North to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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