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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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