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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in elearning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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