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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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