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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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