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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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