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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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