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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure 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 learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to understand these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desideratum for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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