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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Barbados to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources