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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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