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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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