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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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