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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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