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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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