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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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