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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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