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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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