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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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