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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is decent? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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