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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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