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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Guam to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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