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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these significant new open education endeavours. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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