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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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