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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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