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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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