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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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