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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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