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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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