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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in digital education technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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