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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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