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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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