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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in online learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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