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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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