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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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