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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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