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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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