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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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