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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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