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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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