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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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