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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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