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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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