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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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