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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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