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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brunei to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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