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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. People want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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