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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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