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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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