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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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