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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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