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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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