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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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