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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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