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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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