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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major 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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