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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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