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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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