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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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