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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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