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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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