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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online education make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations must deal with now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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