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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Togo to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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