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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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