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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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