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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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