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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Central African Republic to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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