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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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