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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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