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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to understand these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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