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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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