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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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