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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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