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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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