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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand these open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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