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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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