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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in digital education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better understand these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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