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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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