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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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