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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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