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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also addresses the 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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