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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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