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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning have made it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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