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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Colorado System to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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