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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Chad to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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