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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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