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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning are providing the means for humans all over the world to take online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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