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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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