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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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