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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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