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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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