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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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