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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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