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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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