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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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