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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning are enabling people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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