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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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