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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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