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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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