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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources