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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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