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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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