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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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