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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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