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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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