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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)