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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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