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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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