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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education enable people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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