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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these open education experiments. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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