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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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