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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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