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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning enable students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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