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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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