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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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