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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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