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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to understand these open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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