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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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