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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also studies the key 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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