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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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