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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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