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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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