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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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