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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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