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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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