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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education experiments. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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