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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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