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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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