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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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