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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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