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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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