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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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