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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to understand these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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