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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online education have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Mauritius to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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