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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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