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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education ventures. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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