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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in digital education technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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