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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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