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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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