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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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