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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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