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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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