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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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