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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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