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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology are empowering humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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