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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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