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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education