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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open education experiments. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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