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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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