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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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