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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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