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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) 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. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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