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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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