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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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