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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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