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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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