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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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