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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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