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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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