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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources