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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like UCSF to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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