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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in online education have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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