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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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