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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovenia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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