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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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