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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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