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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better grasp these promising new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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