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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bouvet Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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