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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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