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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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