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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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