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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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