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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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