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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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