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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning have provided the means for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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