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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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