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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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