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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education