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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education experiments. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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