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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marshall Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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