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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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