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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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