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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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