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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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