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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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