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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic education technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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