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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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