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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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