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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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