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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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