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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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