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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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