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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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