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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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