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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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