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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in digital education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Facebook to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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