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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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