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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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