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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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