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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also studies 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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