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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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