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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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