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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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