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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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