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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also studies the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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