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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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