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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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