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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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