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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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