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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in electronic education technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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