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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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