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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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