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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education technology have empowered humans all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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