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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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