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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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