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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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