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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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