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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better comprehend these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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