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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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