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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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