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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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