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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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