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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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