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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to consider today because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education experiments. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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