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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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