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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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