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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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