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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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