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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in electronic educational technology enable students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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