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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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