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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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