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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Universities want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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