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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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