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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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