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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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