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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in online learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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