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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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