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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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