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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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