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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand these new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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