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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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