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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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