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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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