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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Google+ to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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