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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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