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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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