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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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