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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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