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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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