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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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