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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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