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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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