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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in elearning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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