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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better grasp these open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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