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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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