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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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