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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online education are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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