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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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