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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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