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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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