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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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