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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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