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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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