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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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