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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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