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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in digital education technology have enabled learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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