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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in online education technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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