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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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