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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? 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 MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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