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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in digital education technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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