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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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