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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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