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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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