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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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