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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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