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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cayman Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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