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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open education endeavours. People want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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