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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Academics want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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