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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction 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 learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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