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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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