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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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