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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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