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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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