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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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