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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning are enabling people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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