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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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