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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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