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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the major 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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