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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates 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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