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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to understand these new open education experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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