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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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