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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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