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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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