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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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