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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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