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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open educational experiments. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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