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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in digital education technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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