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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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