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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)