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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ascension to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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