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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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