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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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