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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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