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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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