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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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