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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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