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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling 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 institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Meetup to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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