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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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