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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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