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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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