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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New advances in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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