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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Academics want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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