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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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