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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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