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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Micronesia to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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