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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these interesting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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