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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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