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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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