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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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