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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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