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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning are empowering learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Laos to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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