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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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