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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in learning technology enable people all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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