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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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