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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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