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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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