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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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