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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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