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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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