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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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