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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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