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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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