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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in elearning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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