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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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