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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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