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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Maldives to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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