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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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