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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like French Guiana to conduct these massive open online courses? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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