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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ghana to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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