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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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