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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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