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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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