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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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