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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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