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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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