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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering humans all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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