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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these compelling new open education experiments. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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