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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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