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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Aland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources