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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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