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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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