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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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