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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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