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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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