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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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