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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in digital education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally 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 elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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