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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Berklee College of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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