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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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