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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in digital education technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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