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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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