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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning have empowered people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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