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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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