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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in elearning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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