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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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