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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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