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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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