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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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