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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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