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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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