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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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