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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education