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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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