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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to understand these interesting new open educational experiments. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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