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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner 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 digital learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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