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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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