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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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