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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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