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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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