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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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