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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online education enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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