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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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