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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational experiments. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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