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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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