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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also studies the major 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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