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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open 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 many subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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