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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational experiments. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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