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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition