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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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