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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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