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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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