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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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