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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Georgia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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