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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open educational ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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