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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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