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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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