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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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