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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to understand these significant new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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