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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the 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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