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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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