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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have empowered students all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for students 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 a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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