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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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