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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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