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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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