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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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