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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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