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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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