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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in online education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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