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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in blended learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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