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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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