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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This 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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