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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education experiments. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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