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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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